Agritourism As A Successful Business Model - Right in Our Back Yard Industry Night with Nycci Nellis

Welcome to another episode with I, Nycci Nellis, your host. Join David and I as we chat with Cory Van Horn, Chief Strategy Officer of Visit Montgomery, Maryland, about exciting programs aimed at engaging with locals and visitors alike in the MoCo region. We'll dive into the creative process behind thoughtful activations like the MoCo Eats program, which highlights local eateries, and the new Tastemaker Trail featuring craft beverage producers in Montgomery County. Plus, we'll explore the region's dedication to Agritourism with special guests Kelly Groff, President & CEO of Visit Montgomery, Tommy Evans, Owner & Cidermaker of Two Story Chimney Ciderworks, and Alex Markoff, Director of Calleva Farm. Discover how they work together to achieve incredible growth and success in this dynamic region. Don't miss it!

Quotes

Montgomery County's programming and experiences are authentic and rooted in culture. Locally, it's about showcasing that story through a program. - Cory Van Horn



Guests Social Media Links:

Visit Montgomery

Website:

Facebook: @‌VisitMoCo

Instagram: @‌VisitMoCo

Twitter: @‌VisitMoCo

Facebook: @‌VisitMoCoEats

Instagram: @‌VisitMoCoEats

Two Story Chimney Ciderworks

Website:

Facebook: @‌twostorychimney

Instagram: @‌twostorychimney

Calleva Farm

Website:

Facebook: @‌CallevaMD

Facebook: @‌CallevaFarmStore

Instagram: @‌callevaoutdoors

Instagram: @‌callevafarmandstore



Featuring Nycci Nellis

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:00 My travel itinerary in the West

08:46 About the Montgomery County

17:30 Introducing Tommy

20:29 Creating ciders

24:54 The Calleva Farm

33:17 The store’s location

35:32 The partnerships with Montgomery County

46:09 The Tastemakers Trails

49:50 Links to connect with the guests

50:28 Conclusion

Produced by Heartcast Media

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